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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

FINANCE DIVISION | PROCUREMENT SECTION

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND

OPEN COMPETITION

JUSTIFICATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IN ACCORDANCE WITH

AUTHORITY 41 U.S.C. 3304 (A) (1)

Requisition Number: DJF-18-0700-PR-0005063

Date: May 22, 2018

Estimated Contract Dollar Value: $116,405.00

1. Identification of the agency and contracting activity.

The U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Science and Technology

Acquisition Unit, has prepared this justification for other than full and open competition for

Ludlum Radiological Detection and Monitoring Equipment on behalf of the Scientific Response and Analysis Unit (SRAU), Laboratory Division.

2. The nature and/or description of the action being approved, i.e., sole source, limited competition, establishment of a new source, etc.

The proposed contract will be a one-time, firm-fixed price, brand name only procurement for

Ludlum Radiological Detection and Monitoring Equipment, manufactured by Ludlum

Measurements, Inc.

3. A description of the supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs.

The FBI Laboratory, Forensic Response Section, Scientific Response and Analysis Unit (SRAU) has a requirement for forty-two (42) each, Ludlum Model 9DP, Radiation Dose Ion Chambers and ten (10) each Ludlum Model 3000, Digital Survey Meters along with ten (10) attached Ludlum

Model 43-92 Alpha Scintillation Probes to support the unit’s Operational Response Mission to

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) incidents involving the use, or threatened use of radiological materials. The detection, localization and accurate dose rate information of such materials will be a critical function in the assessment, mitigation and overall safety of Bureau personnel involved in a radiological WMD Response.

Ludlum Radiological Detection and Monitoring instruments are an industry standard and are widely used by federal, state and local agencies when responding to incidents involving hazardous radiological materials.

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4. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition.

For purposes of this acquisition, the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is delineated at 41 U.S.C. 3304 (a) (1) and implemented at FAR Part 6.302-1. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

5. Demonstrate the unique qualifications of the proposed contractor or the nature of the action requiring the use of the authority.

The requested Ludlum Measurements, Inc. brand name only products are required as they are augmenting existing inventory of several hundred like items that are standard issue to our

Divisional Hazmat Response teams. These models have maintenance and calibration contracts in place to support them logistically and our operators attend several weeks of training to learn how to use these specific models. Different brand or model would not be supportable in terms of maintenance and calibration or operator training.

6. A description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by

Subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies.

The FBI will publicize this requirement on the Federal Business Opportunities website. This announcement will give an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their ability to meet the

FBI’s specific needs through a submission of technical capabilities and cost information.

7. The anticipated dollar value of the proposed acquisition, including options if applicable, and a determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable.

See estimated contract value, above. Before awarding a contract, the Contracting Officer will determine that the proposed price is fair and reasonable in accordance with FAR 13.106-3.

8. A description of the market research conducted and the results.

Market research was conducted using Internet searches, industry days, catalog pricing and vendor supplied quotes. The market research concluded that the required Ludlum products are available from the manufacturer and resellers.

9. Any other facts supporting the use of other than full and open competition.

See section 5 above.

10. A listing of any sources that expressed a written interest in the acquisition.

A synopsis will be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website. This synopsis will give an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their ability to meet the FBI’s specific needs through a submission of technical capabilities and cost information.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/Subpart%205_2.html#wp1107980 https://www.acquisition.gov/far/html/Subpart%205_2.html#wp1107990

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11. A statement of any actions the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition, if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated.

The FBI will continue to conduct market surveys and research available through industry shows and technology releases in the form of papers and journals on subsequent acquisitions.

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Reviews and Approvals (Not exceeding $700,000)

Requestor:

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in this justification and which form a basis for this justification, are complete and accurate.

Charles T. Callaway Date

Technical Representative

Contracting Officer:

I certify that this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Jerry D. Varnell Date

Contracting Officer